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Association Between Oral Lichen Planus and Thyroid Disease: A Cross-sectional Study
In Brief
An observational study evaluating Data collection for Oral Lichen Planus and Thyroid Disease. Completed, enrolled 120 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The goal of this observational study is to determine the prevalence of thyroid disease in adults with oral lichen planus (OLP) treated at the Dental Hospital of the University of Barcelona (HOUB), and to evaluate the association between OLP and thyroid disease. Secondly, to assess the association between OLP and other comorbidities, including arterial hypertension, diabetes mellitus type 2, dyslipidemia, anxiety, and depression. The main question it aims to answer is: Do people with OLP have a significant risk of developing thyroid disorders compared to people without OLP?
Study Details
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Participants were identified by reviewing electronic medical records. Medical history information of thyroid disease and associated medication were collected in both groups, as well as a history of other comorbidities such as diabetes mellitus type 2, arterial hypertension, dyslipidemia, anxiety, and depression. Cases and controls were matched by age and sex.